2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 920 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
